Tavis Smiley | PBS

Lisa Kudrow - July 8, 2009

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 12:00:05 PST

Berry Gordy - July 7, 2009

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 12:00:05 PST

Tavis revisits his conversation about Michael Jackson with the Motown Records founder.

The Homemade Jamz Blues Band - July 7, 2009

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 12:00:05 PST

Tavis talks with the Tupelo, MS-based trio, which is the youngest blues band to sign with a major record label.

Jeremy Remmer - July 6, 2009

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 12:00:05 PST

Actor discusses his role in the critically acclaimed new film The Hurt Locker.

David Ignatius - July 6, 2009

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 12:00:05 PST

Tavis talks with The Washington Post columnist about his new book and President Obama's trip to Russia.

Jane Mayer - July 3, 2009

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 12:00:05 PST

Best selling author talks about her new book, The Dark Side.

Malina Saval - July 3, 2009

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 12:00:05 PST

Journalist-author explains her attempt to debunk stereotypes about teenage dads in her new book.

Bill Pullman - July 2, 2009

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:00:05 PST

Actor compares acting in the theater to doing movies.

Debo Adegbile - July 2, 2009

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:00:05 PST

NAACP LDF lead litigator talks about the Voting Rights Act case he argued before the U.S. Supreme Court.

Roger Cohen - July 1, 2009

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:00:05 PST

New York Times columnist weighs in on the impact of the election in Iran, including the role of women in the protests.

Shohreh Aghdashloo - July 1, 2009

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:00:05 PST

Oscar-nominated actress discusses engaging Jordanians in the message of her new film.

Dr. Michael Eric Dyson - June 30, 2009

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Georgetown University professor assess Michael Jackson's cultural and social legacy.

Dr. Cornel West - June 30, 2009

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Princeton University professor assess Michael Jackson's cultural and social legacy.

Berry Gordy - June 29, 2009

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Motown Records founder reflects on his relationship with Michael Jackson, before the child, who was like a son to him, became an international music superstar.

Paul Giamatti - June 26, 2009

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Oscar-nominated actor talks about playing quirky characters, his production company and his new feature film.

Katty Kay - June 26, 2009

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

BBC Washington correspondent and Womenomics co-author discusses the difference between balance and settling.

Mary Mary - June 25, 2009

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Tina Campbell of Mary Mary reflects on the 10-year career of the Grammy-winning contemporary gospel duo.

Femi Kuti - June 24, 2009

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Internationally acclaimed Nigerian musician explains the reasons he fights the same fight as his father and the struggle to create his own way.

Francis Ford Coppola - June 24, 2009

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Tavis continues his conversation with the celebrated filmmaker.

Francis Ford Coppola - June 23, 2009

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

In an extended conversation, one of the masters of modern cinema looks back at his classic films and talks about his childhood bout with polio.

Trita Parsi - June 22, 2009

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

National Iranian Council founder-president weighs in on the situation in Iran, including commenting on the role of technology.

Hilda Solis - June 22, 2009

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Labor secretary explains the administration's new community service program and addresses whether the resources exist to turn around the unemployment picture on a large scale.

Rick Steves - June 19, 2009

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Travel writer says Americans shouldn't get sidetracked by how they are perceived when traveling to foreign countries.

Luma Mufleh - June 19, 2009

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Inspirational soccer coach explains how her team of refugees--the Fugees--came to be and shares some personal stories of the young team members.

Roseanne Barr - June 18, 2009

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Emmy- and Golden Globe-winning comedienne-actress reflects on her journey to Hollywood and the politics of the day that made her namesake show so popular.

Chris Noth - June 17, 2009

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Actor comments on today's focus on money and talks about his return to the stage.

Ali Sethi - June 17, 2009

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Pakastani journalist explains what it's like for a young person living in his native country and talks about his debut novel.

Jerry Leiber; Mike Stoller - June 16, 2009

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Pioneering songwriting and producing duo reflect on their introduction to music, how they became partners and on their vast catalogue.

Marina Nemat - June 16, 2009

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Iranian writer weighs in on the outcome of the election in her native country.

Karen Bass - June 15, 2009

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

California State Assembly Speaker discusses being the only woman and person of color at the table in trying to resolve the state's fiscal crisis.

Mary McCormack - June 15, 2009

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Actress talks about the premise of her new USA Network original series.

Colson Whitehead - June 12, 2009

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Award-winning writer explains how African Americans who are not affluent connect to the story told in his new book.

Della Reese - June 12, 2009

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Actress-singer-minister talks about her historic guest-hosting for Johnny Carson and how she navigates her career.

Larry King - June 11, 2009

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Emmy- and two-time Peabody Award-winning talk show host comments on his sense of betrayal when his father died.

Joe Scarborough - June 10, 2009

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

MSNBC's "Morning Joe" host talks about redefining conservatism and the power of Rush Limbaugh in the GOP.

Sharon Jones - June 10, 2009

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Soul singer reflects on the interruptions in her career and navigating her way through people saying she couldn't be successful.

Dr. Mary Frances Berry - June 9, 2009

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

History professor explains the work of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, which she formerly chaired, and how the bipartisan body became so political.

Nanci Griffith - June 9, 2009

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Grammy-winning singer-songwriter talks about courting controversy in her songwriting and also performs.

Mayor Dave Bing - June 8, 2009

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Businessman, former pro basketball great and newly-elected Detroit Mayor discusses how he translates his NBA career into a plan for leading a troubled city.

Kevin Bacon - June 8, 2009

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Actor talks about connecting to his role in HBO's critically acclaimed film on the war in Iraq, Taking Chance, and whether there'll be a remake of Footloose.

Azadeh Moaveni - June 5, 2009

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Journalist discusses how relations with the West factor into the upcoming election in Iran.

Nia Vardalos - June 5, 2009

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Writer-actress compares screenwriting to acting and talks about her new film.

Vernon Jordan - June 4, 2009

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Civil rights activist, lawyer and political advisor discusses the future of capitalism, how President Obama is doing and the GOP strategy to oppose Judge Sotomayor's Supreme Court nomination.

Edie Falco - June 3, 2009

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Emmy-winning actress talks about navigating celebrity life.

Paul Ingrassia - June 3, 2009

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Norman Lear - June 2, 2009

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Emmy-winning TV producer-writer discloses how he views his groundbreaking body of work.

Mandy Moore - June 1, 2009

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

Singer-actress discusses the evolution of her music and the impact of her recent marriage on choices she makes in the future.

Cesar Perales - June 1, 2009

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 12:00:05 PST

President of LatinoJustice PRLDEF president weighs in on Judge Sonia Sotomayor's selection as a Supreme Court nominee.

Bill Russell - May 22, 2009

Fri, 22 May 2009 12:00:05 PST

Ed Asner - May 21, 2009

Thu, 21 May 2009 12:00:05 PST

Legendary actor-activist reflects on discrimination and anti-Semitism, the roots of his outspokenness and the lessons to be learned from his new film.

Reza Aslan - May 20, 2009

Wed, 20 May 2009 12:00:05 PST

Religions scholar, Islam expert and award-winning writer talks about Iran's missile launch test and explains his new book.

Common - May 20, 2009

Wed, 20 May 2009 12:00:05 PST

Hip-hop artist-turned-actor describes his new music and talks about his desire to build a long career in acting.

Earth, Wind & Fire - May 18, 2009

Mon, 18 May 2009 12:00:05 PST

Members of the legendary R&B group Earth, Wind & Fire reflect on their career and performing at the White House.

Richard Haass - May 18, 2009

Mon, 18 May 2009 12:00:05 PST

Foreign policy expert talks about his new book on the two Iraq wars and weighs in on the president's engagement in the peace process.

Steve Zahn - May 15, 2009

Fri, 15 May 2009 12:00:05 PST

Actor talks about the appeal of the script for his new film and the connection between longevity as an artist and telling the truth.

Brendan Gleeson - May 15, 2009

Fri, 15 May 2009 12:00:05 PST

Into the Storm star gives his take on Winston Churchill, the larger-than-life figure he plays in an HBO film.

Michael Fauntroy - May 14, 2009

Thu, 14 May 2009 12:00:05 PST

Assistant professor at the George Mason School of Public Policy, weighs in on whether there's room for moderates in the GOP and the relationship between the party's leaders and the Black community.

Maxwell - May 14, 2009

Thu, 14 May 2009 12:00:05 PST

Neo-soul singer explains his 8-year absence and his new CD trilogy and talks about touring.

Steve Earle - May 13, 2009

Wed, 13 May 2009 12:00:05 PST

Grammy-winning singer-songwriter explains how he found his way to sobriety and why his new CD is a tribute to his late friend and mentor, Townes Van Zandt.

John Harwood - May 13, 2009

Wed, 13 May 2009 12:00:05 PST

Political journalist weighs in on changes in Washington in the Obama era.

Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa - May 12, 2009

Tue, 12 May 2009 12:00:05 PST

Los Angeles mayor comments on accountability for investing more in young people and education.

Stacy Peralta - May 12, 2009

Tue, 12 May 2009 12:00:05 PST

Filmmaker describes his attempt to tell the Crips and Bloods story by featuring gang members who speak for themselves.

Baron Davis - May 12, 2009

Tue, 12 May 2009 12:00:05 PST

NBA All Star explains why he wanted to tell the Crips and Bloods film story.

Joe Queenan - May 11, 2009

Mon, 11 May 2009 12:00:05 PST

Satirist talks about his new memoir and reflects on the influence of Catholicism and surrogate fathers on his surviving growing up in a tough neighborhood with tough parents.

Dr. William Baker - May 11, 2009

Mon, 11 May 2009 12:00:05 PST

Broadcasting industry veteran explains why he's so focused on kindness and offers advice to Wall Street bosses and the president.

J.J. Abrams - May 8, 2009

Fri, 08 May 2009 12:00:05 PST

Emmy- and Golden Globe-winning director-writer-producer discusses the challenge of staying focused instead of doing what people pressure him to do and what's missing in his career.

Dr. Walter Earl Fluker - May 7, 2009

Thu, 07 May 2009 12:00:05 PST

Executive director of Morehouse College's Leadership Center, defines ethical leadership and explains ethics versus morality.

Patti Davis - May 7, 2009

Thu, 07 May 2009 12:00:05 PST

Best-selling author discusses things everyday women can learn from stories of prominent women.

Darryl Strawberry - May 6, 2009

Wed, 06 May 2009 12:00:05 PST

Former baseball All Star opens up about why he chose to tell all in his new memoir, Straw: Finding My Way.

Donald Faison - May 5, 2009

Tue, 05 May 2009 12:00:05 PST

Actor explains how he was drawn to the profession and the challenge in doing comedy.

Sam Haskell - May 5, 2009

Tue, 05 May 2009 12:00:05 PST

Former worldwide head of TV for the William Morris Agency comments on the impact of his Mississippi upbringing and his relationship with his mother.

Thomas Cahill - May 4, 2009

Mon, 04 May 2009 12:00:05 PST

Best-selling author rounts the story of Dominique Green, the subject of his new book, A Saint on Death Row.

Ziggy Marley - May 4, 2009

Mon, 04 May 2009 12:00:05 PST

Multiple Grammy-winning singer-songwriter shares why he made an album aimed at children and talks about fulfilling his father's dream.

Mary Higgins Clark - May 1, 2009

Fri, 01 May 2009 12:00:05 PST

Author describes how she draws upon her own life in her books and talks about honesty as a prerequisite for her storytelling.

Mike Krzyzewski - April 30, 2009

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 12:00:05 PST

Head of the Duke University men's basketball program, describes his coaching style and speculates on what can be expected from his team.

Joshua Cooper Ramo - April 30, 2009

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 12:00:05 PST

Former journalist turned strategic consultant talks about spending time in the Middle East and says the U.S. needs to recalibrate its instincts.

Roger Wilkins - April 29, 2009

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 12:00:05 PST

Publisher of the NAACP's Crisis magazine, weighs in on the focus on the first 100 days of the presidency.

Kristin Chenoweth - April 29, 2009

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 12:00:05 PST

Tony-winning Broadway star explains why she reads what critics write.

Bria Valente - April 28, 2009

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 12:00:05 PST

Singer shares how she responded to the challenge of creating something that's not being done today in music.

Prince - April 28, 2009

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 12:00:05 PST

In part 2 of his exclusive conversation with Tavis, Prince explains how his new project has been successful without radio airplay and describes his ideal radio station.

Prince - April 27, 2009

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:00:05 PST

In Part 1 of an exclusive conversation, music icon talks about his childhood epilepsy—something he's never before shared publicly.

Tracey Ullman - April 24, 2009

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 12:00:05 PST

Emmy-winning actress-comedienne comments on being a news junkie, becoming a U.S. citizen and finding humor in different situations.

Sgt. Juan Luis Alcivar - April 23, 2009

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 12:00:05 PST

Army sergeant talks about his decision to join the military and his feelings on being a new U.S. citizen.

Anika Noni Rose - April 23, 2009

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 12:00:05 PST

Tony-winning actress-singer describes her anti-glam role in her new series and comments on being Disney's first Black animated princess.

Leslie Gelb - April 22, 2009

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 12:00:05 PST

President emeritus of the Council on Foreign Relations and former New York Times editor explains how the definition of U.S. power has changed.

David Brenner - April 22, 2009

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 12:00:05 PST

Comedy legend reflects on his upbringing in Philadelphia's tough neighborhoods and talks about finding one's own humor.

Wangari Maathai - April 21, 2009

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 12:00:05 PST

Environmental activist and Nobel laureate discusses her time in the U.S. during the civil rights era, the negative media attention on Africa and challenges for the African citizenry.

Hugh Masekela - April 20, 2009

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 12:00:05 PST

Jazz icon discusses turning 70, remembering his roots and the elections in his native South Africa.

Rep. Barney Frank - April 20, 2009

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 12:00:05 PST

House Financial Services Committee chair weighs in on homeownership vs. renting, irresponsible lending and whether the U.S. is turning the corner toward recovery.

Dara Torres - April 16, 2009

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 12:00:05 PST

Olympic gold medalist talks about her battle with bulimia, shares how she stays focused and offers advice on making a comeback.

Robert Greenwald - April 15, 2009

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 12:00:05 PST

Filmmaker and Brave New Foundation president talks about the circumstances of soldiers returning from the Iraq war.

Anna Paquin - April 15, 2009

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 12:00:05 PST

Oscar-winning actress describes her preparation for playing the title role in the Hallmark Hall of Fame film, The Courageous Heart of Irena Sendler.

Abraham Verghese - April 14, 2009

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 12:00:05 PST

Physician explains the takeaway of his medical novel, Cutting Stone, and talks about the quality of medical training around the world and issues involved in healthcare reform.

Rep. Henry Waxman - April 13, 2009

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 12:00:05 PST

House Energy and Commerce Committee chair discusses moving to a low carbon-energy economy, greening the ghetto and healthcare.

Idris Elba - April 13, 2009

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 12:00:05 PST

Actor talks about working with people who've influenced his career, his guest-starring role on TV and his role in the film Obsessed.

Mark Robert Waldman - April 10, 2009

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 12:00:05 PST

Therapist explains the greatest value of his research.

James Ingram - April 9, 2009

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 12:00:05 PST

Multiple Grammy-winning singer-songwriter recounts how his new CD--his first gospel album--came to be.

Nandan Nilekani - April 9, 2009

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 12:00:05 PST

Technology entrepreneur explains why India is such a hot topic and says people don't understand the whole story of the country.

Ray Liotta - April 8, 2009

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 12:00:05 PST

Emmy-winning actor shares why he chose to find his birth parents.

Gary Locke - April 8, 2009

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 12:00:05 PST

Commerce Secretary explains the scope of his department's responsibilities and talks about the 2010 census.